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Acer truncatum

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 6 - 7.5 m (20 - 25 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 9 m (15 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Acer truncatum (painted maple) bears showy and bright yellow blossoms during early spring. The showy glossy foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour and medium in texture. Acer truncatum (painted maple) produces showy fruit. This plant has showy, greyish green and fissured bark. A specimen plant, Acer truncatum (painted maple) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade and specimen.
Special Characteristics Acer truncatum tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution. In the fall, Acer truncatum offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions The growth rate of Acer truncatum (painted maple) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.